2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | ML | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
